Auburn, AL: 6 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
3 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Auburn Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 6 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0016 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 29% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $567 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.87.
Water Systems Serving Auburn
The 3 largest of 5 systems connected with Auburn, AL are listed below.
Overview
We track home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in Auburn, Alabama (population ~78,172), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 161,310 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 3 ZIP codes.
2 of 2 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.
Water Sources
Auburn water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0016 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 2 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
3 of 3 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 2.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Alpha (excl. radon and uranium) | Radionuclides | 6 | 2 |
| Radium-228 | Radionuclides | 6 | 2 |
| Radium-226 | Radionuclides | 3 | 2 |
| Gross Beta Particle Activity | Radionuclides | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36830 | — | 6 | 0 | City of Auburn, the Ww Board of the |
| 36832 | — | 6 | 0 | City of Auburn, the Ww Board of the |
All ZIP Codes in Auburn
- 36830 - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 36831
- 36832 - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
CDC Health Data for Auburn
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Auburn
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Auburn's Housing Stock?
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Federal restrictions on lead pipe, solder and flux in new drinking water plumbing date from the 1986 Safe Drinking Water Act amendments; the median build year of 1992 for Auburn is one reference point against that date.
Most homes in Auburn were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Auburn: Remediation Cost in Perspective
The remediation-to-value ratio for Auburn sits at the bottom of the scale.
Estimated remediation costs in Auburn can be compared with local home values. The $367–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 110% above the Alabama average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Auburn
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
For families with young children in Auburn, two area figures are available: pre-1986 construction at about 29%, and a mean of the ZIP codes' 90th-percentile lead results under 0.010 mg/L. Testing water from the tap a child drinks from gives a home-specific result.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Auburn
Historical NFIP data for Auburn contains 42 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $6,345. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 50% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The $567 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.
Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.
Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Auburn, AL